Environmental Center

Public Program Registration https://essexcountyparks.org/calendar

Upcoming Events at Environmental Center

Jul 14
BUTTERFLY TENT SAFARI
BUTTERFLY TENT SAFARI

Saturday, July 12 to Saturday, July 26, 2025

Tent Hours ~ Monday through Friday from 12pm to 3pm (Walk in Welcome)

Saturdays, July 12, 19 & 26 from 10:30am to 1:30pm (Pre-...
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Jul 18
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY FAMILY FIELD TRIP
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY FAMILY FIELD TRIP

Friday, July18; 5:30pm to 7:30pm 

For families with young children ages 4 and up. Meet at the end of Locust Avenue in Roseland and hike 1-mile total to explor...
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About

Registration is accepted in-person, by mail or can be completed online.

The Essex County Environmental Center, a facility of the Essex County Park System, is an environmental education center with a mission to create awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the environment and its relationship to Essex County residents.  The Center is dedicated to uniting its twenty-two communities through integrated educational programs including hands-on activities.

There are no refunds given for missed classes.

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What's Happening at Environmental Center

Location
621-B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ 07068
Hours
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm and most Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Admission
Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.
Registration is accepted in-person, by mail or can be completed online at https://essexcountyparks.org/calendar
There are no refunds given for missed classes.
Contact
Tel: (973) 228-8776
Distinguishing Features
  • Educational programs
  • Room Rentals
  • Nature Exploration
  • Canoeing
  • Birthday Parties
Parking
There are two parking lots, one at the Center main building and the other at Garibaldi Hall.

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